This penthouse unit boasts a delightful and luminous open floor plan, making it an ideal space for entertaining while offering views of the turquoise blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Sarasota Bay. Immerse yourself in the serenity of Longboat Key's white sands and indulge in the spectacular sunsets that grace this island. Enjoy these views from every room and especially from the two garden rooftop patios. The penthouse includes a 20 by 29 private patio with westward and northwest views, providing a perfect vantage point for both sunrise and sunset experiences. An additional 16 by 30 private patio, located off the Master Bedroom, ensures privacy for the owner and offers sunrise views over the bay. With over 1500 SF of indoor living space and dual patios, this penthouse provides ample room to unwind and savor the essence of "Living in Paradise." Recent upgrades by the seller include newer windows/sliders with PGT tempered hurricane-rated "Fold-in/Fold-out" windows for easy outside cleaning. Both bedrooms are adorned with Hunter Douglas "Top-down/Bottom-up" window blinds, and the entire unit features bamboo wood flooring (with tile in bathrooms). The A/C unit was replaced within the last 3 years. Additional amenities enhance the lifestyle offered by this penthouse, including a private storage locker, boat dock, community kayaks, a heated swimming pool, covered parking, a woodworking shop with opportunity to rent an individual storage locker, a car wash area, a community library with a computer station, card room, multiple beach, bay, and pool grills, gazebos, picnic areas, and a well-appointed fitness center. This Beach-to-Bay community invites you to come explore the possibilities and the opportunity to finish creating your own dream home.